Pandemic Preparedness in Healthcare: An Overview of Planning, Surveillance and Respiratory Protection

This article will provide an overview of certain aspects of pandemic preparedness planning for healthcare facilities including: a historical review of pandemics; the international pandemic response framework; information related to pandemic planning, including training and surge capacity; and infection control, including precautionary regimens and respiratory protection.

• Past global pandemics can provide insights for future outbreaks
• PPE plays a critical role in pandemic preparedness and management
• Respirator use has evolved since the 2009 H1N1 influenza outbreak